Markita Staples: Increasing Representation in Children’s Books
Markita Staples lives in Atlanta with her husband and two daughters, who are 3 and 5. Originally from Detroit, she has a background in Business, specifically Supply Chain Management. Markita is the author and illustrator of Curly Crew Books.1.) Tell us a little about...
Spilling the Historical Tea
Piper G. Huguley will make her historical fiction debut in June 2022 with By Her Own Design: a novel of Ann Lowe, Fashion Designer to the Social Register (William Morrow Publishing) who was the Black fashion designer of Jackie Kennedy’s wedding dress. She is also the...
Paving the Way for African American Women in S.T.E.M.
An accomplished engineer, historian, educational, and motivational speaker, Brittany Wilkins' focus is to pave the way for African American women in S.T.E.M. while helping individuals and corporations innovate from within. As a highly sought-after process engineering...
Redefining Happily Ever After
Xavia is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO at Fifth Street. As a storyteller, author, and business strategist, her passion for writing and business collide. In addition, she is the creative director that oversees book design and social media for Fifth Street. She and her four...
Contributions to the Black Narrative
Gerald D. Johnson was born in Mobile, Alabama, and is an indie author with heartfelt stories. Ever since he was a kid, Johnson knew he was born to be a writer. Inspired by James Baldwin and the playwright August Wilson, Johnson decided to pursue his dreams and...
“Penning Love, Faith & Mental Health…With a Side of Crazy”
B.D. Hendrix was raised in a small town in Wilmington, Delaware. She is a devoted wife and mother and is an all-around creative person who found her love for writing as a young child. After getting her associate’s degree in graphic design, bachelor’s degree in...
Black & Fantastic
LaKase Cousino is an author, filmmaker, and the founder of Cous Cous Media, LLC. She publishes The Seelie Crow magazine in addition to producing and directing films about the human condition told through a fantastical lens. The Seelie Crow is a space dedicated to...
Purpose in the Pain
Alicia Renee’ has faced her fair share of obstacles, but perseveres in the face of adversity and empowers other women to do the same. She has successfully balanced life as a single mom, working in Corporate America, obtaining an MBA, and serving her community through...
Whaddupdoe? Marquis Taylor: Man on a Mission
Marquis Taylor is an educator, writer, content creator, and podcast host. He is the creator and host of the Detroit Worldwide Podcast, an interview-driven podcast and platform that was created to showcase and amplify the stories of native Detroiters from across the...
Empowering the Culture Through Art
Bieunkah has always had a love for art and has been drawing since she can remember. A Louisiana native and current Northwest Arkansas resident, she is surrounded by inspiration. After discovering her love for fashion, she combined her natural talent with her desire to...
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